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H L Dhar1

  • 1Geriatrician and Director, Medical Research Centre, Bombay Hospital Trust, Mumbai-400 020.

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India

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology and Public Health in India
  • Demographics of Aging Populations
  • Socioeconomic Factors Affecting Elderly Care

Background:

  • India's large rural population faces socioeconomic changes, yet lacks a national registry for older adults.
  • Demographic data on elderly morbidity and disability are unavailable.
  • Gender disparity in aging exists, with more women in very old age (80+) and extended widowhood due to cultural norms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the neglect of the elderly population in India's healthcare system.
  • To discuss the social and cultural factors impacting elderly care.
  • To review recent initiatives and policy changes concerning geriatric care in India.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of existing demographic and socioeconomic data related to India's elderly population.

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  • Review of healthcare policies and initiatives focusing on geriatric care.
  • Examination of cultural practices influencing the lives of older adults.

    • Main Results:

    • Despite progress in some areas like pension schemes and tax rebates, India's environment is not yet elderly-friendly.
    • The elderly population has been largely neglected in healthcare, with a lack of specialized geriatric training and facilities.
    • Recent efforts include rural geriatric projects and developing training courses in Geriatric Medicine.

    Conclusions:

    • India faces significant challenges in providing adequate care for its aging population due to resource constraints and policy gaps.
    • There is a growing, albeit recent, focus on improving geriatric care infrastructure and training.
    • Further policy development and resource allocation are crucial to create an elderly-friendly environment in India.